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2024 New York Team of Heroes Gala: Watch the highlights from our inaugural gala featuring the biggest names in New York sports.

Join our Team of Heroes for a night to remember

Don’t miss your chance to attend this year’s star-studded New York Team of Heroes Gala as we honor those who support SBH’s mission and raise money to improve the health and wellness of the Bronx.

Monday, December 8 | 6:00 – 10:00 PM
Cocktail Attire

For more information about the SBH Gala or becoming a team player as a sponsor please contact chughes@sbhny.org or call (718) 960-6310

What you can expect at this year’s Gala

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Rub elbows with celebrity athletes from the NY Jets, NY Giants, NY Yankees, and NY Mets.

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Pay tribute to our Team of Heroes.

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Enjoy an evening of fun, amazing food and drinks, and entertainment.


New York Team of Heroes roster*

Meet the stars, athletes, and VIPs who are part of one of New York’s biggest night in 2025.

New York Giants*

New York Giants*

Kayvon Thibodeaux, LB; Devin Singletary, RB; Tyrone Tracy Jr., RB; Dante Miller, RB; Darius Slayton, WR; Jevon Holland, S; Theo Johnson, TE; Chris Manhertz, TE; Ihmir Smith-Marsette, KR; Elijah Garcia, DE; Kristjan Sokoli, DE

New York Jets*

New York Jets*

Jamien Sherwood, LB; Braelon Allen, RB; Armand Membou, OT; Jeremy Ruckert, TE; Brandon Stephens, CB; Jarvis Brownlee Jr., CB; Nick Folk, K; Braiden McGregor, DE; Quincy Enunwa, WR

*New York Team of Heroes roster subject to change.

The 2025 SBH Legacy Hero Award

The 2025 SBH Legacy Hero Award

Renamed the John N. Tognino Legacy Hero Award after the inaugural year

This recipient embodies warmth, kindness, and ability to connect people to fight for a common cause. This person or organization demonstrates a lifetime of loyalty and commitment to champion the Community…and do good. This award will be presented posthumously to:

Jeff Sperbeck, NFL Sports Agent & Entrepreneur

The 2025 SBH Hero of the Bronx Award

The 2025 SBH Hero of the Bronx Award

Outstanding Community Humanitarian

This award recognizes a lifetime commitment of a person or organization to Lift up the Bronx community by going beyond the call of duty. This award will be presented to:

Darryl Strawberry, Former NY Yankees & Former NY Mets

The 2025 SBH Unsung Hero of Healthcare Award

The 2025 SBH Unsung Hero of Healthcare Award

Given to an SBH individual, unit or team that has embodied the SBH family spirit and mission. This year the gala will shine a spotlight on and raise funds for mental and emotional health. This award will be presented to:

SBH Health System Nursing Department

The 2025 SBH Most Valuable Hero Award

The 2025 SBH Most Valuable Hero Award

Awarded to a champion that has helped shine a spotlight on SBH through partnership. The person or organization gives selflessly for the good of people that need a voice, hope, and a champion. This award will be presented to:

Junior Alvarado, 2025 Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes & Travers Stakes Winner

The art of giving

Don’t miss your chance to meet internationally renowned 3-D pop artist, Charles Fazzino. Charles will be autographing gala artwork for guests throughout the evening.


Our Donors

Meet our donors who generously contributed to our 2024 Gala.

Join the team and become a sponsor

Choose from one of our four group sponsorship tiers or purchase an
individual seat.

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Hero

$250,000 Level

  • Celebrity Athlete Headliner will host your premiere table of 10
  • Access to VIP Players Cocktail Reception
  • Top billing on all marketing and media collateral
  • 6 ads in SBH Digital Journal
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Champion

$100,000 Level

  • Premiere table of 10 with a celebrity athlete guest
  • Access to VIP Players Cocktail Reception
  • Billing on all marketing and media collateral
  • 4 ads in SBH Digital Journal
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Legend

$50,000 Level

  • Premiere table of 10 with a celebrity former athlete guest
  • Access to VIP Players Cocktail Reception
  • Billing on all marketing and media collateral
  • 2 ads in SBH Digital Journal
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MVP

$25,000 Level

  • Premiere table of 10
  • Access to VIP Players Cocktail Reception
  • Billing on all marketing and media collateral
  • Ad in SBH Digital Journal
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All Star

$2,500 Level

  • Individual ticket to the Gala

Full-Page Ad

$1,000

  • Purchase a full page ad in SBH Digital Journal

Be the Change the Bronx Deserves

The NY Team of Heroes Gala is SBH Health System’s most impactful night of the year — a celebration of hope, healing, and community. This year, your support will directly fund SBH’s life-saving work in addiction medicine and recovery, helping countless individuals reclaim their lives. Become an SBH Champion and join us at this year’s Gala.

Gala registration form

Register to reserve your spot at this year’s Gala. Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of
New York’s most star-studded events.

For more information about the SBH Gala or becoming a team player as a sponsor, please contact Christine Hughes: